Baiganaguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Baiganaguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gorakhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baiganaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baiganaguda is 425936. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Baiganaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baiganaguda
As per Census 2011, Baiganaguda village has a total population of 781 people, consisting of 369 males and 412 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 545 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baiganaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 369 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 81 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 119 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 125 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 160 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 209 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Baiganaguda
Baiganaguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Baiganaguda
Baiganaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Baiganaguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Baiganaguda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baiganaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baiganaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Baiganaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baiganaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baiganaguda
Where is Baiganaguda located?
Baiganaguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baiganaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baiganaguda is Gorakhapur.
What is the pincode of Baiganaguda?
The pincode of Baiganaguda is 765015.
What is the population of Baiganaguda?
Baiganaguda has a total population of 781, including 369 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Baiganaguda?
There are 202 households in Baiganaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Baiganaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baiganaguda is 30.22%. Male literacy is 43.36% and female literacy is 18.45%.